Salman Khan’s highly anticipated war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace is facing a major delay due to regulatory hurdles. Originally titled Battle of Galwan, the film was scheduled to release in April 2026 but has now been postponed. According to Mid-Day, Maatrubhumi is stuck in limbo because the makers have not yet submitted the film to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). No government department, including the Ministry of Defence, the Army, or the CBFC, has reviewed the film so far.
The issues for Maatrubhumi began after the first teaser dropped in December 2025 and received criticism from Chinese state-affiliated media. Following the backlash, Indian government authorities reportedly advised the filmmakers to remove direct references to China and the Galwan conflict. This led Salman Khan to announce a new title, Maatrubhumi. A source told the portal that the team is currently assessing the next steps for a smooth release after making the necessary changes.
Contrary to speculation, the report clarified that Maatrubhumi has not been rewritten from scratch or reshot. However, certain scenes were suggested for removal, and the makers have shifted the film’s focus toward family and relationships, positioning it as a human drama. During the Mumbai schedule, the team shot additional portions featuring family sequences and love stories of supporting characters.
While some war scenes have been retained in Maatrubhumi, the filmmakers are working on how to depict conflict without references to China and Galwan. The new release date for Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi is yet to be announced, but it is expected in August 2026.